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EYEN

Eyenovia has appointed Andrew Jones as the new CFO, succeeding John Gandolfo, who is retiring but will stay with the company through November.

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September 03, 2024 | 11:05 am

PSNY

Polestar (NASDAQ:PSNY) has appointed Jean-Francois Mady as its new CFO, effective October 21, 2024, succeeding interim CFO Per Ansgar. This move is part of Polestar's strategic development plans.

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September 03, 2024 | 11:04 am

NVCR

Novocure's CEO, Asaf Danziger, will retire at the end of 2024. The current CFO, Ashley Cordova, will take over as CEO starting January 1, 2025.

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September 03, 2024 | 11:02 am

BITF

RIOT

Riot Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:RIOT) is pushing for changes in Bitfarms Ltd.'s board due to governance issues. Riot, owning 19.9% of Bitfarms, criticizes recent board changes and the proposed acquisition of Stronghold Digital Mining, citing concerns over governance and shareholder interests.

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September 03, 2024 | 10:50 am

CTM

Castellum, Inc. has promoted Drew Merriman to the role of Chief Operating Officer, effective September 1, 2024. This follows Glen Ives' promotion to CEO on July 1, 2024.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 03, 2024 | 10:48 am

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TSLA

VWAGY

Elon Musk questions Volkswagen's ability to fund a $5B investment in Rivian amid reports of potential factory closures in Germany. The joint venture aims to develop next-gen EV platforms, with Rivian planning to use the funds to ramp up production.

Portfolio Pulse from Anan Ashraf

September 03, 2024 | 10:35 am

BTC-USD

Tigran Gambaryan, a Binance executive, is seeking help in a Nigerian courtroom due to severe health issues developed in custody. Despite his deteriorating condition, his bail application was opposed by prosecutors. The U.S. government has not yet commented on his situation.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Neuro

September 03, 2024 | 7:58 am

HYMTF

Hyundai Motor Group is sponsoring the second U.S.-Japan-Korea Trilateral Executive Dialogue in Seoul to enhance economic cooperation among the three nations. The event will gather key political and business leaders to discuss economic development, national security, and mutual prosperity.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 03, 2024 | 7:58 am

BLTE

Belite Bio, Inc (NASDAQ:BLTE) has appointed Dr. Hendrik P. N. Scholl as Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Scholl is a leading expert in retinal diseases, particularly Stargardt disease and AMD, which are the focus of Belite's lead drug candidate, Tinlarebant. His appointment is seen as a validation of the potential of Belite's therapies.

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September 03, 2024 | 7:20 am

AAL

ETSY

LUV

Elliott Investment Management has secured a 10% stake in Southwest Airlines, allowing it to call a special meeting amid a leadership dispute. Elliott demands the removal of CEO Robert Jordan and plans to nominate new board members. Southwest has been trying to improve its stock price, but Elliott criticizes these efforts as insufficient.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Neuro

September 03, 2024 | 6:53 am